Job Description

Job Introduction

40 hours per week

Shift pattern/ hours - Monday to Friday

Salary tbc

Hybrid role but site base is Belfast

Sodexo rewards and benefits

This is a 12 month fixed term opportunity

Must be undertaking a university-level course in Building, Construction, or a related area

About the Opportunity

The

PPS Talent Academy

is an exciting initiative offering placement opportunities for students within the

Construction and Built Environment

sector. Working alongside our UK-based team of construction and property professionals, you'll gain valuable hands-on experience supporting our government contracts across the UK.


This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated student looking to apply their studies in a real-world environment, contribute to meaningful projects, and develop professional skills in asset management, surveying, and design.

What You'll Be Doing

As a

Student Placement Asset Surveyor

, you'll support the ongoing management and improvement of government estate buildings. Your work will focus on assessing the size, form, and quality of existing buildings and developing innovative design solutions to optimise space and improve performance.



Key responsibilities include:

Supporting the

updating of building condition surveys

across large, complex government buildings. Reviewing condition survey data and assessing the performance of building stock. Undertaking

measured surveys

of existing sites and updating record drawings using

AutoCAD

. Assisting with the

implementation and updating of space coding

across sites. Supporting the development of

concept designs (RIBA Stage 1)

to accompany development briefs and business cases. Providing

AutoCAD and graphical design support

to the wider PPS team. Attending project meetings to acquire as-built drawings and maintain master drawing registers. Analysing and benchmarking estate performance to support asset management decisions. Contributing to innovative design and planning solutions to enhance estate efficiency and flexibility.

About You

We're looking for a proactive and enthusiastic student who is:

Currently studying for a

degree in Building Surveying, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field

. Confident using

AutoCAD

and familiar with building surveying processes. Analytical, detail-oriented, and eager to learn. A good communicator who enjoys working as part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team.

What You'll Gain

Real-world experience working across major government estates. Mentoring and support from experienced property and construction professionals. Opportunities to develop your technical, analytical, and design skills. Exposure to

asset management

,

building surveying

, and

estate planning

projects. The chance to make a meaningful contribution to improving public sector buildings and facilities.

What we offer:

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater. You'll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you'll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you'll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:

Mental health & wellbeing support Employee Assistance Programme for personal, legal, and financial advice 24/7 virtual GP & lifestyle rewards Discounts for you & family Financial tools & retirement plan Cycle to Work & Paid volunteering day

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!